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TMUS Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

1.50x

Updated 5h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.50x means the company carries $1.50 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity, indicating a higher reliance on borrowing than if the ratio were below 1.0x.

Sector Performance

77th percentile

TMUS

1.50x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

1.54x(Jul 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A debt-to-equity ratio of 1.50x means the company carries $1.50 of debt for every $1.00 of shareholder equity, indicating a higher reliance on borrowing than if the ratio were below 1.0x.

This is well above the sector median of 0.74x, placing TMUS in the 77th percentile among peers, so most comparable companies use less leverage. The year-over-year change is N/A, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a -2.6% decline, moving from 1.54x to 1.50x. The combination of a high but slightly falling ratio implies the company still carries meaningful debt risk, yet the recent quarter’s reduction offers a modest improvement in financial flexibility. This metric neither strongly supports nor contradicts the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the elevated leverage argues for caution, while the downward drift provides a counterbalance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about TMUS?

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.

How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?

Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are TMUS's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), GLW (0.67x).

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The Formula

Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.